Tony Brown: Jerry Flannery's Irish insight invaluable for the Boks
New South Africa attack coach Tony Brown believes Jerry Flannery's insights on Ireland could have a major impact on the upcoming Test series between the sides.
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Borthwick's England finally deliver on promises
LONDON : In one thrilling, memorable afternoon at Twickenham, Steve Borthwick finally made the connection with England's fans that he had been seeking since he took over and also cast off the idea that he is a data-driven highly conservative coach.
Title within touching distance but Caelan Doris braced for English battle
It almost gets forgotten that Ireland were already Six Nations champions before they claimed a famous Grand Slam victory in Twickenham in 2018.
Alan Quinlan says Andy Farrell is on his way to becoming the Jack Charlton of Irish rugby
Former Ireland and Munster back-row Alan Quinlan has said head coach Andy Farrell is becoming the Jack Charlton of Irish rugby.
Mike Catt: Ireland well-prepped to deal with England's blitz defence
A couple of hours after Ireland's 31-7 win against Wales last Saturday, Andy Farrell had half a smirk when he was asked about what preparations they would be making for England and the Felix Jones' 'Blitz defence'.
Andy Farrell says ‘top drawer’ defence fuelling Ireland’s Grand Slam charge
Andy Farrell feels a “top drawer” defence is fuelling Ireland’s pursuit of successive Grand Slam titles as he turns his attention to nullifying England’s new blitz approach.
Furbank and Lawrence back for England to face Scotland
LONDON :George Furbank was a surprise inclusion at fullback while Ollie Lawrence will start at inside centre for England in Saturday's Six Nations game away to Scotland after coach Steve Borthwick made five changes to his starting team on Thursday.
The Jacques Nienaber interview: The 'beauty' of a zero sum game
A broad smile broke across the face of Jacques Nienaber when the defence guru was asked about Ireland keeping Italy scoreless last Sunday.